Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT II) - Cornell Ruffian Equine Specialists

Ohioanimalwelfarefederation; Elmont (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks paid vacation

13 holiday days + 2 floating holidays

Comprehensive health care options

Generous retirement contributions

Job summary

Cornell Ruffian Equine Specialists in Elmont, NY is seeking a licensed veterinary technician II to join our team. The LVT will support equine patient care across surgery, anesthesia, radiology, and other services, working with clinicians, veterinary students, and technicians.

The role requires NY licensure (or eligibility), an associates degree in veterinary technology, and at least 1 year of equine experience, with duties spanning patient care, imaging, and clinical operations.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in veterinary technology from an AVMA accredited institution and NY licensure (or eligible) with at least 1 year of experience or equivalent.
• Experience working with equine animals.
• Ability to communicate clearly with hospital staff, clients, and clinicians.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, detail-oriented, high-pressure environment.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, stay organized, and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Willingness to mentor others and contribute to education.
• Ability to meet physical demands including standing, lifting, and restraining animals up to 50 pounds; may jog horses for lameness exams.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and assist with case flow, exams, emergencies, and pre/post-procedure nursing care.
• Assist with surgical procedures and anesthesia preparation, monitoring, and equipment maintenance.
• Perform and assist with diagnostic imaging procedures (radiography, standing MRI, nuclear scintigraphy, CT, ultrasound).
• Maintain clinical equipment, manage supplies, support students/externs, assist with research samples, and participate in after-hours coverage.

Skills

Equine experience

Communication

Team collaboration

Ability to work in fast-paced setting

Education

Associates degree in veterinary technology

Tools

Radiography equipment

MRI equipment

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

The Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine seeks a licensed veterinary technician to join our team at Cornell Ruffian Equine Specialists located in Elmont, NY. In this fast-paced, collaborative environment, the technician will play a key role in supporting equine patient care across multiple services, including surgery, anesthesia, and diagnostic imaging, while working closely with clinicians, veterinary students, and technicians to deliver outstanding care.

This LVT will support a variety of functions in the hospital. The Core responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Patient Care & Case Flow: Receive and discharge equine patients, coordinate daily patient flow, assist with exams and emergencies, administer medications, perform inpatient monitoring, and provide pre- and post-procedure nursing care.
• Surgical & Anesthesia Support: Assist with the preparation and execution of surgical procedures, including patient preparation, anesthesia induction and monitoring, circulating during procedures, recovery, and maintaining sterile technique and surgical equipment.
• Diagnostic Imaging: Perform and assist with imaging procedures including radiography, standing MRI, nuclear scintigraphy, CT, and ultrasound and safely prepare and position patients while maintaining radiation safety standards.
• Clinical Operations & Support: Maintain clinical equipment and supplies, perform routine laboratory testing, manage case records and inventories, support DVM students and externs, assist with research sample handling, and participate in rotating after-hours emergency coverage.

Employees working in the hospital must receive the pre-exposure rabies prophylaxis vaccination series prior to or immediately after hire, which will be paid for by the department.

Required Qualifications

• Associates degree in veterinary technology from an AVMA accredited institution, plus New York State licensure (or eligible to be licensed) with at least 1 year experience or equivalent.
• Experience working with equine animals.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to a variety of stakeholders in the hospital including other students, clients, and clinicians.
• Must be able to work in an often fast-paced and demanding environment, while paying close attention to details.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, remain organized, and maintain accuracy while managing multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced clinical setting.
• Willingness and ability to contribute to the education of others through mentorship and teaching
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, which include, but not limited to, stressful situations, prolonged standing and kneeling, lifting and restraining animals that may exceed 50 pounds. May also be required to jog horses as needed for lameness exams.

Important Details about the Position

• This is an onsite position located in Elmont, NY.
• This is a full-time three-year term position with potential for extension contingent upon funding and performance.
• We are unable to provide Visa sponsorship, now or in the future, for this position.

While the regular business hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, the specific schedule may change to meet the needs of the business, requiring employees to work early mornings, evenings, weekends and University holidays and scheduled breaks.

What We Offer

Great benefits! Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, and sustainability.

• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 13 additional holiday days with 2 additional floating holidays to be used at your discretion

• An award-winning employer provided benefits program
  • Comprehensive health care options
  • Access to wellness programs
  • Employee discounts with local and national retail brands
  • Generous retirement contributions
  • Impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, Tuition Aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance program
• Follow this link for more information: https://hr.cornell.edu/understand-your-benefits

Employees are expected to meet all of the Cornell University Staff Skills for Success, which are essential for individual and organizational success.

Who We Are:

The Cornell Ruffian Equine Specialists' (CRES) Hospital provides state-of-the-art surgical, imaging, diagnostic, and rehabilitation services to enhance equine health. The hospital is located within walking distance to Belmont Park, the world's premier Thoroughbred horse-racing facility. At the CRES, veterinarians aspire to assimilate knowledge gained on all fronts - at the track, in the show ring, at the research bench, and in the hospital - to deliver paradigm-shifting veterinary medical care.

The hospital is staffed by Cornell University veterinarians and technicians and will offer a full complement of advanced orthopedic and soft tissue surgery and regenerative therapies, an internal medicine service, and a broad array of diagnostic modalities including advanced imaging (CT, MRI, and nuclear scintigraphy), high speed treadmill endoscopy, arthroscopy, and laboratory services. CRES will partner with referring veterinarians to meet the needs of New York State racing and the surrounding sport horse communities.

Questions?

Gabriel Gonzalez - [e-mail]

University Job Title:

Licensed Veterinary Technician II

Job Family:

Health

Level:

D

Pay Rate Type:

Hourly

Pay Range:

$28.04 - $32.58

Remote Option Availability:

Onsite

Company:

Contract College

Contact Name:

Katie Ehemann

Contact Email:

[e-mail]

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